Careers and Student Advisor, Boston

September 2026

South Lincolnshire Academies Trust has over 550 teaching and support staff working in the four schools (Bourne Academy, Spalding Academy, Giles Academy and Cowley Academy) that make up our highly successful Trust.

In order to support our students to progress beyond Year 11, a vacancy has arisen within the Trust to join the Careers Team. We are seeking an enthusiastic Advisor to be based at Giles Academy. This is an exciting role which would ideally suit someone who has experience of careers education or a keen interest.

• Have previous experience of working in a similar position;
• Have a strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office;
• Have excellent organisational and inter‑personal skills;
• Be willing to collaborate and work across the Trust;
• Be a team player but can also work independently;
• Be assertive and pro‑active;
• Adopt a consistent approach to all students;
• Be flexible in their approach to working hours – e.g., attend relevant evening events and work during exam results weeks in August;
• A full UK driving licence, with the ability to travel to Spalding Academy when required (desirable).

The Trust offers exceptionally pleasant working environments. Our school sites offer a calm and safe place, where staff and students work hard, achieve a great deal and enjoy excellent working relationships.

All pre‑employment checks carried out are in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to satisfactory clearances prior to taking up any offer of employment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Closing date for applications is 8:00 a.m. on Friday 12th June 2026. We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date.

• Reference: AGS645
• Vacancy: CAREERS & STUDENT ADVISOR
• Location: Giles Academy – Boston
• Salary: GLEA Grade 5 – GLEA Grade 6 – £24,502 – £27,598 (actual per annum, depending on qualifications and experience)
• Hours: 37 hours per week, 41 weeks a year

Smart Hire are advertising on behalf of South Lincolnshire Academies Trust.